The Warhol in Spain

Join Patrick Moore, Director of The Andy Warhol Museum, on an exciting journey to exotic Spain. On this extraordinary trip, travelers will explore Spain north to south, visiting the historic cities of Málaga, Madrid, and Santander as well as the Basque Country gem of Bilbao. Visit world-class museums, centuries-old fortresses, architectural masterpieces, and private collections. Discover sun-soaked beaches, ancient cities, and unforgettable cuisine. Experience the “real Spain” at an evening with Patrick and Joaquin at their home in the Santander countryside. The pinnacle of the trip is receiving special access to Museo Picasso’s private opening exhibition party. Be welcomed by the museum’s leadership and representatives of the Picasso family, and spend the evening celebrating Andy Warhol’s work in the birthplace of Pablo Picasso.

Visit one of the oldest cities in the world, located in the southern coast of Spain. Take day-trips to enjoy the historic palace and fortress of the Alhambra de Granada, and the sun-soaked beaches in Marbella. Enjoy private collection visits and special access to the Warhol opening party at Museo Picasso. With the director of The Andy Warhol Museum at your side, explore the wonders of the exhibit and celebrate one of Pittsburgh’s own.

Madrid

Escape to Spain’s cultural, political, and economic capital via high-speed train, a modern and sleek way to travel, while seeing the vast Spanish countryside. Visit the Museo del Prado, Madrid’s main museum of Spanish national art. Dine at the Casino of Madrid, and explore both the Museo Soralla and the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia.

Santander

Journey to Santander, the charming city located in Northern Spain. Explore the Cave of Altamira, famous for its cave paintings and charcoal drawings, created around 35,600 years ago. This wonderful city boasts the newly opened Centro Botín building, designed by Italian architect Renzo Piano and has only recently been added to the map. Most importantly, be warmly welcomed into Patrick and Joaquin’s home for an evening of delectable cuisine and engaging conversation.

Bilbao

Just an hour away from Santander, take a day-trip to Bilbao located in Spain’s Basque Country. The spectacular Museo Guggenheim, designed by Frank Gehry, calls Bilbao home, and stuns visitors with its striking architecture and vast collections of art. With a dazzling variety in architecture as well as rich and mouthwatering cuisine, Bilbao is a perfect sampling of Northern Spain, and is sure to delight visitors.

Itinerary is subject to change

Patrick Moore | Director, The Andy Warhol Museum

Since joining The Warhol in 2011, Patrick Moore has served as deputy director and director of development, and is now the fifth director of The Warhol since its opening in 1994. Prior to joining the Warhol, Moore served the creator and project director of the Estate Project at the Alliance for the Arts in New York, where he addressed the impact of the AIDS crisis on the national arts community. There, he worked on fundraising projects alongside notable artists such as Catherine Opie, Ed Ruscha, Jasper Johns, and developed a tribute portfolio to the curator Henry Geldzahler. Additionally, Moore has served as executive producer for Yahoo! on its Wolfgang Puck Worldwide collaboration, having extensive public relations and marketing experience, as well as having worked as an author and journalist. Moore earned his bachelor’s degree in English literature and theater direction from Carnegie Mellon University in 1985.

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Free Admission at the Oakland Museums and The Warhol on Sunday, October 28

Carnegie Museums of Art and Natural History and The Andy Warhol Museum are free of charge on Sunday, October 28, for all who wish to come. We stand firmly with our friends and neighbors at the Tree of Life Synagogue and with the Jewish community of Pittsburgh, and we extend our heartfelt condolences to the victims of Saturday’s tragic shooting. (Note: Carnegie Science Center is closed on Sunday due to the Steelers home game.)

Weather Delay

The Oakland Museums and The Andy Warhol Museum will open at Noon today due to weather.
As previously scheduled, Carnegie Science Center is closed to the public.